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- Destinations
- Australasia
- New Zealand
- Auckland
- Auckland Museum
Auckland Museum
Situated on The Domain, an extensive central city parkland on
one of Auckland's extinct volcanic hills, the Auckland Museum
overlooks the city and the attractive Waitemata Harbour. It is one
of the most visited attractions in the city, housing a remarkable
collection of Maori and Pacific Island artefacts and cultural
displays. Originally built as a World War I Memorial in 1929, the
building was dedicated to the memory of New Zealand victims in both
World War I and II. The 'New Zealand at War' exhibition has since
been joined by extensive displays about the people and the country,
its cultures, art and natural history. There is a Children's
Discovery Centre on the middle floor. For many, a highlight of a
visit to the museum, is the three times daily Maori cultural
performance of song and dance, providing an entertaining insight
into Maori mythology and history.
Information & Facts
Address
Domain Drive, The Domain, Parnell
Admission
A NZ$10 donation is suggested (adults). The Maori
performance requires an admission of NZ$15 (concessions available)
and this includes the museum donation. Guided tours are available
at an additional fee of NZ$10 per adult and NZ$5 for
children.
Language
The official languages in New Zealand are English and
Maori.
Money
Local currency is the New Zealand Dollar (NZD), divided into 100
cents. Most businesses accept MasterCard and Visa, and while Diners
Club and American Express are also widely accepted in the main
tourist centres, they might have limited acceptance elsewhere.
Travellers cheques and foreign currency can be exchanged at banks,
bureaux de change and some hotels. ATMs can be found in all towns
and cities.
Opening Times
Daily 10am-5pm. Closed on 25 December and 25
April.